Take a stroll down your local cleaning product aisle, and you’ll see a recurring theme. Most of the sprays and concentrates boldly boast about killing nearly all bacteria and viruses on contact. While this claim sounds reassuring, it’s surprisingly unnecessary for everyday use. In fact, over-disinfecting can actually do more harm than good.
Clean Habits stands out because of what we put in our products — and what we don’t. You won’t find bleach, alcohol, or formaldehyde in our formulas. Instead, we use non-toxic, naturally derived ingredients, including a patented blend of probiotics and prebiotics, to clean at the microscopic level without disrupting your home’s environment. There’s a whole lot of science behind the shine.
Cleaning vs. Disinfecting
What is the difference between disinfecting and cleaning? Well, disinfectants are designed to kill microbes. All of them. Yes, that includes the good ones. These products don’t differentiate; they just destroy.
There are times when disinfecting is appropriate. The CDC recommends disinfecting your home when someone is sick or if someone is at a higher risk of getting sick due to a weakened immune system. But for everyday cleaning, it’s way too much. There are a few reasons why you shouldn’t use disinfectants regularly.
For starters, constantly using harsh chemicals can disrupt the natural balance of microbial communities on surfaces, potentially paving the way for resistant superbugs. The good bacteria are there for a reason, and we don’t want to wipe them out. Worse, many disinfectants are laden with toxic ingredients linked to respiratory issues, skin irritation, and even hormone disruption.
Meanwhile, cleaning removes dirt and most harmful germs using less harsh ingredients. The CDC says regular cleaning is enough to stop the spread of germs in most situations.
Common Cleaning Myths, Busted
So, why do people seem to gravitate to disinfectants for routine cleaning? The answer comes from some common cleaning myths, such as:
- Stronger is better
- A powerful scent means it’s working
- Cleaning and disinfecting are the same
It’s Time for a Better Way to Clean
Clean Habits uses a patented Synbio Pre + Probiotic formula to clean differently. Instead of annihilating everything on a surface, our products cultivate a healthy, balanced microbiome. The probiotics break down grime and organic matter naturally, while the prebiotics feed these helpful bacteria to ensure lasting performance. We’re talking up to five days of continuous cleaning power without more spraying, wiping, or scrubbing. That means you can sit back and relax. And those harsh chemicals? Well, they just can’t compete. They dissipate within minutes of application.
Here’s Your New Motto: Clean, Don’t Kill
You don’t need to wage war on every surface. Clean Habits individual products and variety packs are available online now to help you achieve a safe clean that lasts for up to five days without harsh ingredients.